Abu Tor Travel Guide
Jerusalem
Popular places to visit
Western Wall
This 2,000-year-old structure is one of the world’s holiest sites, where hundreds of praying worshippers make for a stirring sight.
Al-Aqsa Mosque
Part of the sacred Temple Mount site, this lead-domed structure is a fully functioning mosque. It is among the holiest sites in the Islamic world.
Ben Yehuda Street
During your visit to Jerusalem, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Ben Yehuda Street. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Machane Yehuda Market
Get a taste of Jerusalem’s everyday life at this bustling market, home to little stores and stalls by day and restaurants and bars by night.
Mount of Olives
Take in the beautiful view from this storied mountain, mentioned several times in the holy scriptures of Christianity and Judaism.
Israel Museum
Browse the exhibits at this large museum, which hosts valuable art collections as well as precious historical artifacts, including the Dead Sea Scrolls.
Things to do
Bethlehem, Jericho, and Jordan River Day Tour from Jerusalem
Caesarea, Haifa, and Akko Day Tour from Jerusalem
Jerusalem Yad Vashem Holocaust History Museum Tour
Nazareth, Tiberias & Sea of Galilee Day Tour from Jerusalem
Top hotels in Abu Tor
Dan Boutique Jerusalem
Wonderful visit
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025
The Inbal Jerusalem
Best hotel in jerusalem! Beautiful hotel and helpful staff!
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Orient by Isrotel exclusive
The best vk
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem
Herbert Samuel Jerusalem
Breakfast was excellent, though staff was missing first at several positions - preparing eggs, optional coffee etc.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
The Eldan Hotel
Other neighbourhoods around Abu Tor
Mishkenot Sha'ananim
Historical sites, restaurants and spas are some highlights of Mishkenot Sha'ananim. Make a stop by The First Station or Mount Zion while you're exploring.
German Colony
German Colony is noteworthy for its cafes, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Museum of Natural History Jerusalem and Hansen House - Design, Media and Technology Center.
Yemin Moshe
You'll enjoy the monuments and parks in Yemin Moshe. You might want to make time for a stop at Hutzot Hayotzer or Sultan's Pool.
Baka
Get to know Baka by checking out its restaurants, historical sites and gardens. Consider a visit to nearby sights like The First Station or Jerusalem Theater during your time in the area.
Jewish Quarter
Jewish Quarter is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Western Wall and Temple Mount.
Emek Refaim
While visiting Emek Refaim, you might make a stop by sights like Hansen House - Design, Media and Technology Center and Museum of Natural History Jerusalem.
